2005 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 244 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1834 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
