2004 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 30 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.
Because 2003 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mark II. 2003 Toyota Mark II 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. 2003 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
