2005 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Audi S8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (383 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1839 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
