2003 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Sparky |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |