1998 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (340 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster 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, 1998 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 273 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
