2010 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi A6 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Prius |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4933 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2842 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |