2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |