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 3,101 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 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, 2008 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 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 | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3101 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |