2009 Audi S8 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S8 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
