2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 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:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
