1992 Audi V8 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1992 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1992 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1992 Audi V8 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Audi Toyota
Model V8 Avensis
Year Released 1992 2001
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 60 L