2005 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 944 kg more than 2005 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S8. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S8.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi S8 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Audi Toyota
Model S8 Sequoia
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 2714 kg
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 100 L


 

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