2009 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1998 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
