2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Corolla | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |