2008 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.

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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2006 Toyota Hilux
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Hilux
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2692 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 9.6:1
Top Speed 216 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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