2008 Audi S6 vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (173 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sienna.
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2008 Audi S6 | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S6 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |