1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Coupe | A6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
