2008 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3121 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |