2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Avensis | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
