2000 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 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 22 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 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 S8 (583 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi S8 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S8 | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 306 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 |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |