2008 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3270 mm |
