2008 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,773 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 2458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
