1998 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1998 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
