1996 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 13 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 69 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Highlander. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (249 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S6 | Highlander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 73 L |