2008 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Audi S3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Audi S3. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S3 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S3. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S3 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S3 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
