1994 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Echo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo. 2003 Toyota Echo has automatic transmission and 1994 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1994 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Echo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
