2008 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
