2009 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2012 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 2012 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 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |