2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 3956 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |