2008 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A5 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 554 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. 2013 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A5 | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A5 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |