2001 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 Audi S8
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 312 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2012 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (430 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Sequoia | S8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 513 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1948 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2992 mm |
