1996 Audi S6 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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 67 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S6 | Highlander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |