2005 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Condor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Condor
Year Released 2005 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 1800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 8.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1495 kg
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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