2008 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 1008 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Echo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Echo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
