2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
