2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser

To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 5 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 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 301 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4.

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 (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi RS4 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
Make Audi Toyota
Model RS4 FJ Cruiser
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 420 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 367 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1850 kg
Vehicle Length 360 mm 4671 mm
Vehicle Height 360 mm 1811 mm
Wheelbase Size 360 mm 2690 mm


 

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