2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (230 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 821 kg more than 2011 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 Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi Q7 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | Q7 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |