Model Year | 2016 | 2006 | |
Model | Audi A4 / S4 | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 245 kW@5500 441 Nm@2900 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 169 kW@5600 319 Nm@3600 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,809 mm | 2,525 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,702 mm | 4,486 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,826 mm | 1,735 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,427 mm | 1,651 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,785 kg | 1,501 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 60 L | 4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,311 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,107 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 1,008 mm | 952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,379 mm | 1,361 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,311 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 894 mm | 856 mm | 38 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,943 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,963 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 351 L | 906 L | -555 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 | 1,634 L | 11.4 |
2016 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2017 | Before the 2009 model year redesign, the Audi A4's back seat was too tight for adults of more than average size, and marginal even for these. With the 2017 the back seat has grown yet again. Not only this, but the cushion is higher off the floor than in previous A4s or in competitors, such that it's now the most comfortable in the class. This said, the rear doors could open more widely, such that I struggled to get a decent photo of the rear seat. Since its 2014 model year redesign the Lexus IS has had a passably roomy rear seat, but it can't match the Audi's for comfort. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2016 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Pressed to come up with another con, I might offer the front seats. There's nothing bad about them. There's just nothing outstanding about them, either. Those in the sport-trim Lexus provide more lateral support and feel more comfortable to me. (With seats personal impressions are bound to vary, so definitely evaluate them yourself.) see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Audi A4 / S4.
2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |