2008 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S4 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S4 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |