1996 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 16 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi S6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi S6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S6 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |