2001 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 10 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), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
