1997 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 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 74 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
