2007 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (280 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
