2001 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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 (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2010 Toyota Tacoma
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Tacoma
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 2694 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 79 L


 

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