2005 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |