2009 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |