2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
