2007 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
