2007 Audi S8 vs. 2003 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. (238 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2003 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |