2004 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Camry. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry. 2012 Toyota Camry 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. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
