2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |