2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (420 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
