1994 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Toyota Century

To start off, both 1994 Audi A6 and 1994 Toyota Century were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Century weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6. 1994 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1994 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1994 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Audi A6 1994 Toyota Century
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Century
Year Released 1994 1994
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2598 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 289 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2870 mm


 

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