1997 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
