1996 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Celica | A6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2912 mm |
