2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum

To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Toyota Quantum were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2007 Toyota Quantum
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Quantum
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2694 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.4 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 21 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 2290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3120 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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