2009 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod 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 135 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Pod. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 915 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod. 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 2002 Toyota Pod. 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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Pod |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1495 cc |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
