2003 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Mark II |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |