2009 Audi RS4 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS4 weights approximately 371 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi RS4 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | RS4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |