2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi RS4 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 248 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS4 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
