2006 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1988 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
