2006 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4179 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |