2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Toyota Mark II were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2001 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mark II 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mark II. 2001 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
