2007 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
