2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 810 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |