2008 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2008 Audi A8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 2008 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A8 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |