2005 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Allroad (350 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Allroad | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
