2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 2004 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |