2008 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
