2004 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara 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 47 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Solara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
