2001 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |