2001 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
