2009 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,172 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander. 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 2001 Toyota Highlander. 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 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2362 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
