1994 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 971 kg more than 1994 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |