2006 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 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 153 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Venza weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Venza. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Venza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4179 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |