2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |