2006 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 5,997 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Solara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
