2009 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |