2003 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 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 94 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 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 2011 Toyota Corolla. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi A6 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |