2001 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
