2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 54 kg more than 2003 Audi RS6.
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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS6 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
