2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Forester | R8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
