2005 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (431 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
