2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Tacoma | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2694 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |