2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Toyota Corolla 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. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A6 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |