2000 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A6 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
