2004 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Toyota Will

To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Will would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Will. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2003 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Will 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, 2004 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Will. 2003 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A8 2003 Toyota Will
Make Audi Toyota
Model A8 Will
Year Released 2004 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 8200 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1995 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 60 L


 

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