2008 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, both 2008 Audi S8 and 2008 Toyota Sequoia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 588 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |