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 21 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 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 20 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Avalon. 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 14 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.
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 | 2671 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |