2006 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avalon. 2012 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
