2000 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 Audi A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A6 2003 Toyota Avensis
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Avensis
Year Released 2000 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 91.5 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2730 mm


 

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