2005 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 158 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 87 L |
