1999 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
