2008 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3101 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
