2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander 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 Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |