2008 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,772 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 140 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2772 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
