2005 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1988 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
