2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS6 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
