2004 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S4 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |