2005 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
