2008 Audi TT 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 TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.

Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi TT 2011 Subaru Forester
Make Audi Subaru
Model TT Forester
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 197 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 237 km/hour 187 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 10.3 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1674 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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