2008 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 1 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 (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Audi A5. (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A5 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A5 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |