2005 Audi S6 vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara. 2005 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S6 | Solara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
