2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX

To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Toyota RunX were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. 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 2001 Toyota RunX. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2001 Toyota RunX
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 RunX
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2610 mm


 

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