2000 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4.
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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (234 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
