2008 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris

To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 380 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi S8 2006 Toyota Yaris
Make Audi Toyota
Model S8 Yaris
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 996 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 69 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 66.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 155 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.4 seconds 13.8 seconds
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 45 L


 

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