2008 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi S4 2011 Toyota RAV4
Make Audi Toyota
Model S4 RAV4
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1755 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1745 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2659 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L