2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 575 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.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | 4Runner | A5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 67 L |