2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |