2009 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 3,696 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Allion. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2003 Toyota Allion. 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 2003 Toyota Allion. 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 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Allion. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2003 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Allion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
