2002 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1041 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
