2000 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |
