2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 728 kg more than 2000 Subaru Forester.
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 Q7 (440 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Q7 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
