1998 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4

To start off, both 1998 Audi A6 and 1998 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4.

Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Audi A6 1998 Toyota RAV4
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 RAV4
Year Released 1998 1998
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2459 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm


 

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