2006 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
