2008 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
