1996 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1998 Toyota Supra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Supra weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Supra. 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, 1998 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1998 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Supra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |