2009 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 566 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Soarer. 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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Soarer. (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |