1988 Audi V8 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi V8. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1988 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
