2007 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
