2009 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1819 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.

Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi R8 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Audi Toyota
Model R8 Sequoia
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 17.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 100 L


 

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