2008 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2011 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |