2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 87 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 2012 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, 2012 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 (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Subaru Forester.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
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 | 251 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |