1998 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
