2008 Audi TT vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2008 Audi TT and 2008 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (228 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | TT | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
