2003 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina 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 113 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 527 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Carina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |