2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2008 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Toyota Tundra
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Tundra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 236 HP
Torque 321 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5340 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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