2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Highlander | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
