2005 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Century. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1994 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
