2000 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2000 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna. 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi A6 | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |