2008 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
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 Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
