2007 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |