1999 Audi S8 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 806 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Pod. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Pod |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
