2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Sequoia | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3121 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
