2008 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 262 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A5 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
