2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Highlander | S4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
