2007 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP) has 274 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S8 | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 540 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |