2008 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A3 2012 Toyota Sequoia
Make Audi Toyota
Model A3 Sequoia
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 443 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 2575 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1956 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3099 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 100 L