1997 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Toyota Celica.
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 (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2002 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
