2008 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 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 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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 A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |