2007 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Condor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A8 (651 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Condor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
