2006 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.

Because 2003 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Condor
Year Released 2006 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2437 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1505 kg
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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