1997 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 165 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A6 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |