1996 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 110 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 2000 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
