2009 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S8 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 282 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 353 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
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, 2009 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2009 Audi S8 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. 2009 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S8 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S8 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |