2008 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,163 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (212 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown. 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 2003 Toyota Crown. 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 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
