2004 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 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 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
