2009 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. (310 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 721 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
