2008 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2000 Toyota Avensis
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Avensis
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 216 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 11.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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