2006 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
