2000 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 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 2000 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2000 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:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
