2004 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 3,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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, 2004 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A8 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3935 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |