2008 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |