2008 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A8 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |