2006 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 933 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 99 L |
