2008 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 528 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |