2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |