2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 232 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |