2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (580 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2005 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS6 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
