2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
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, 2005 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |