1999 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 965 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
