2009 Audi A4 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 A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 675 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2615 mm |