2003 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.

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2003 Audi A6 1990 Toyota Camry
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Camry
Year Released 2003 1990
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 226 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L