2000 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
