2004 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 703 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 99 L |