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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 338 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. 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 A6. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2013 Toyota Tacoma
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Tacoma
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1873 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5286 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1781 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3246 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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