2004 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 9 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
