1999 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 14 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 984 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Audi S8 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |