1999 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |