2006 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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 A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
