2003 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
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 Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera 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 118 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 756 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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 Sera. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Sera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
