1998 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2005 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 7 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
