1994 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 234 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
