2004 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 73 L |