2001 Audi Allroad vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Allroad. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Allroad. 2011 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2001 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Allroad | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
