2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Audi A6

To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis.

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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Avensis 2012 Audi A6
Make Toyota Audi
Model Avensis A6
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4915 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1453 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2911 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 75 L


 

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