1999 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 7 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Avalon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |