2012 Toyota Tundra vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Tundra | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Tundra | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
