1998 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 1998 Audi A8 and 1998 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (340 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1998 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.7 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
