2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2775 mm |
