1999 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
