2007 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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 (360 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |