1988 Audi 200 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Audi 200.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 200 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
