1989 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
