2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |