2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Toyota Solara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Solara. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Toyota Solara. 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 2005 Toyota Solara. 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 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Solara. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Solara 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 | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Solara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |