2005 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2005 Audi S8.
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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
