2007 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |