Subaru Forester (2018) vs. Audi A4 / S4 (2009) Specs

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2018 Subaru Forester and 2009 Audi A4 / S4 Specifications

Model Year	2018	2009
Model	Subaru Forester	Audi A4 / S4
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000	3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6500 243 lb-ft@3000
Transmission	8-speed shiftable CVT	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.9 in	110.6 in	-6.7 in
Length	180.9 in	185.2 in	-4.3 in
Width	70.7 in	71.9 in	-1.2 in
Height	66.4 in	56.5 in	9.9 in
Curb Weight	3653 lb.	3810 lb.	-157 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	16.9 gal.	-1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.4 in	40.4 in	1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.0 in	55.5 in	1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.9 in	0.0 in	53.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.0 in	41.3 in	1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.8 in	38.2 in	1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	54.3 in	2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.0 in	0.0 in	53 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.0 in	35.2 in	2.8 in
Total Legroom	81 in (over 2 rows)	76.5 in (over 2 rows)	4.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	34.4 ft³	17.3 ft³	17.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	74.7 ft³	50.5 ft³	24.2 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Subaru Forester

2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2017	4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD	- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Audi A4 / S4

2009 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD	Padding a bit stiff see full Audi A4 / S4 review
2010	4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD	Too narrow see full Audi A4 / S4 review
2010	4dr Wagon turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Huh, never have, never will sit in the back of this car...It is a hoot to drive see full Audi A4 / S4 review
2008	4dr Sedan 420-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD	Rear seats seem very cramped for leg room. I've never used them, but have only ever dared to take adults on short trips in the back. Heated seats are available for the rear passengers. see full Audi A4 / S4 review
2008	4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD	Depending on how tall your front passengers are, your rear passengers may not have any room to sit. Can fit 4 average sized adults, but it will be tight. see full Audi A4 / S4 review
2008	4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Seats hard and unforgiving,had a sore back in first hour. Saab seats always been superb. see full Audi A4 / S4 review
2008	4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The rear seat is adequate, but not large. Child seat fits fine, but my son can kick the back of the front seat. see full Audi A4 / S4 review
2008	4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The rear seat is too small for adults on long trips (over an hour). And the rear seat can only hold 2 people even for short trips. see full Audi A4 / S4 review

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