2006 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Corolla
Year Released 2006 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 230 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 10.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1482 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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