2002 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Because 2003 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
