2000 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 10 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 77 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2010 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S8 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
