2007 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 (252 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. 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 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (331 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
