2009 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 433 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
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 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 2009 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S8 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
