2007 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Avensis
Year Released 2007 2001
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3698 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 225 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 12.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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