2007 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1994 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
