1999 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
