2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2000 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 Q5 (350 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | Q5 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 350 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |