2004 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
