2005 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 905 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
