2008 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 155 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.
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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |