1991 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1991 Audi 100 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
