2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 924 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Sequoia | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Sequoia | A4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2599 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |