2008 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
