2003 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Previa. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
