2003 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |