2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |