1991 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avalon is newer by 12 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 281 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2003 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
