2001 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 6 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
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 (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |