2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 185 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 (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | 4Runner | TT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
