2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S8 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
