2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Tundra | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
