2009 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 567 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2011 Subaru Forester
Make Audi Subaru
Model A4 Forester
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 170 HP
Torque 250 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 4-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1497 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 64 L


 

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