2001 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |