2000 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 11 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2011 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2000 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Venza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2776 mm |