1999 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
