2008 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2012 Toyota Hilux. 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 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
