2004 Audi RS6 vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 2004 Audi RS6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR-S would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota MR-S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS6 | MR-S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
