2000 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
