2009 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A3 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |