1995 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi S6 would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi S6 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (209 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi S6 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1995 Audi S6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi S6 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S6 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
