2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 276 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |