2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Scion tC

To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Scion tC were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2009 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Scion tC.

Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Scion tC. 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 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion tC. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion tC. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2009 Scion tC 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 2009 Scion tC
Make Audi Scion
Model A8 tC
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km


 

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