2009 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Toyota Condor.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Condor. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2008 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Condor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 2986 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
