1998 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3240 mm |
