2007 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1997 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
