2007 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avalon. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |