2006 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |