2002 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
