2012 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2012 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A8 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2615 mm |
