2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 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 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 985 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Q7 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
