1996 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S6 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
