2000 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 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 S8 (583 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S8 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
