2009 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Venza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2772 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |