1997 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1997 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (234 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 99 L |
