2004 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (173 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |