2003 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Toyota Venture. 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 1996 Toyota Venture. 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 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Venture |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |