2001 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Avalon. 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 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
