2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (229 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 650 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 A6 (450 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
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 | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |