1996 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 204 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S6 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
