1998 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (300 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A8 (400 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (383 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
