2007 Audi S8 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
