2007 Audi TT vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 Audi TT.
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 TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2007 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | TT | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
