2004 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
