1994 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 19 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
