2002 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |