2007 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC is newer by 4 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2011 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2011 Scion tC. 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 2011 Scion tC. 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Audi | Scion |
| Model | A6 | tC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
