2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |