2012 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 342 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback.
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 S8 (650 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S8 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S8 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 513 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2740 mm |
