2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 780 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 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
