2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
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 Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 Camry. 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
