2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Forester | A4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |