2008 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 4,163 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |