2009 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. (238 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2003 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |