2009 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Toyota MR2. 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 2002 Toyota MR2. 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 (400 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
