2012 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi A8 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |