2007 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
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 Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Toyota Verossa.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Verossa. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Verossa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Verossa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |