2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Yaris and 2008 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Yaris | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 15310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
