1997 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 12 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2009 Toyota Avalon (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
