2001 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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, 2001 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |