1998 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Because 1998 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 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, 1998 Audi A6 (271 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |