2006 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi S4 2008 Toyota RAV4
Make Audi Toyota
Model S4 RAV4
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3546 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4700 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L


 

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