1999 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A8 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3230 mm |