2004 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8. 2009 Toyota Tundra 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. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A8 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |