2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | 4Runner | A5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
