1999 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| 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 | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
