2002 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Audi A6 (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
