2009 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1994 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A8 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
