2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz

To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Toyota Tazz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 722 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A8 2008 Toyota Tazz
Make Audi Toyota
Model A8 Tazz
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 1296 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 0 HP
Torque 300 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 8200 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 242 km/hour 159 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 14.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 948 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 60 L


 

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