2006 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
