2007 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Sequoia | A5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
