2008 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4. 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 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |