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Audi A3 / S3 (2016) vs. Subaru Forester (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Audi A3 / S3 and 2006 Subaru Forester specs.

2016 Audi A3 / S3 and 2006 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2016 2006  
Model Audi A3 / S3 Subaru Forester  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
292 hp@5400
280 lb-ft@1900
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
230 hp@5600
235 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 6-speed automated manual 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.5 in 99.4 in 4.1 in
Length 169.8 in 176.6 in -6.8 in
Width 70.3 in 68.3 in 2 in
Height 56.1 in 65.0 in -8.9 in
Curb Weight 3903 lb. 3350 lb. 553 lb.
Fuel Capacity 10.6 gal. 15.9 gal. -5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 36.9 in 39.8 in -2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 53.5 in 1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 51.6 in -51.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 43.6 in -2.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 39.7 in -2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.9 in 53.6 in -0.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 51.6 in -51.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.4 in 33.7 in 1.7 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 77.3 in (over 2 rows) -0.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 9.9 ft3 32.0 ft3 -22.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 39.5 ft3 57.7 ft3 -18.2 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Audi A3 / S3

2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Same goes for rear seat room. The Audi S3's rear seat can be a tight fit for adults, especially if those in the front seats are tall. But at least most adults will fit. My adult-sized children rode in the back seat from Detroit to Nashville and back without complaining about the amount of space. (It helped that none of us are tall; I'm 5-9.) The back seat in the CLA provides far less room for heads and legs. Mercedes markets it as a coupe for a reason. see full Audi A3 / S3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Audi A3 / S3

2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual AWD
very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Subaru Forester

2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review
2005 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
There is leg room. The seat is adjustable enough. see full Subaru Forester review
2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review
2006 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review
2006 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review
2005 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Rear seat is just too small, but that has been fixed for the 2009 models. The front seat, actually the cabin of the car is just a bit too narrow. It needs more elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review
2005 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Not enough elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review
2005 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Rear seat room is a bit tight for larger people. Car seats are a little tight in both rear and forward facing positions. see full Subaru Forester review
 
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