2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (416 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 416 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |