1995 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A8 | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Avalon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2819 mm |