1999 Audi S8 vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 3 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
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 S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Caldina |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |