2007 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A8 2009 Toyota Tundra
Make Audi Toyota
Model A8 Tundra
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 545 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 100 L


 

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