1997 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A6 | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Picnic |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |