2004 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 597 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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 (350 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
