2002 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Toyota FCHV 5
To start off, both 2002 Audi A8 and 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 81 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. 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 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. 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 Toyota FCHV 5 (353 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | FCHV 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 2720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
