2009 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 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 A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |