2004 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 626 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
