2009 Audi S6 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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, 2009 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2009 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S6 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |