2009 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 904 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
