2002 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Toyota Venture

To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A8 (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2002 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A8 1994 Toyota Venture
Make Audi Toyota
Model A8 Venture
Year Released 2002 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3936 cc 2237 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2510 mm