1994 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Audi A8.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
