2008 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
