2007 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 255 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.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 (330 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |