2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester

To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.

Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2007 Subaru Forester
Make Audi Subaru
Model A4 Forester
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2455 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 282 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.9 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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