1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2. 1996 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
