2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi RS6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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 RS6 (560 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS6 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 79 L |
