2009 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 2008 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A5 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A5 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |