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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
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 | 2967 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
