2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 466 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |