1997 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 16 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A6 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Venza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |