2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Hilux. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (580 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2005 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi RS6 2006 Toyota Hilux
Make Audi Toyota
Model RS6 Hilux
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 80 L


 

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