2006 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 756 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A8 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |