2008 Audi S8 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 S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,199 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna.

Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi S8 2011 Toyota Sienna
Make Audi Toyota
Model S8 Sienna
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5199 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4700 RPM
Drive Type AWD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors


 

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