2008 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 371 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
