1996 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 13 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
