2012 Audi TT vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester. 1999 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2012 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi TT | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | TT | Forester |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1349 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2530 mm |
