2002 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S8 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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, 2002 Audi S8 (431 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2002 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S8 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S8 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2615 mm |
