1996 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Previa. 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
