2007 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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 S8 (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 269 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
