2007 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |