2000 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2000 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
