2004 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. 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, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6. 2002 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
