2003 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
