1990 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100.
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 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
