2001 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 647 kg more than 2006 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 2006 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |