2009 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
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 Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Toyota Soarer.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 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 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Soarer. (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1940 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |