2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avalon. 2012 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
