2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Forester | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Forester | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |