2008 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Camry
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 2358 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 96 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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