1996 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 16 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 169 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
