2008 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 546 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S4 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S4 | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |