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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 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 143 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (321 Nm @ 3000 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 | 4172 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |