2001 Audi RS4 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 477 kg more than 2001 Audi RS4.
Because 2001 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 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, 2001 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS4 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
