2000 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
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 @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
