2007 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 390 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 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2007 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. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A8 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |