2003 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2013 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2003 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi A8 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A8 | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |