2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2004 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 RS4 (430 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS4 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
