1999 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
