2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 492 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |