2009 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
