2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Hilux. 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
