2009 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1996 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
