1990 Rover Metro vs. 2008 Audi A6

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover Metro has manual transmission. 1990 Rover Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Rover Metro 2008 Audi A6
Make Rover Audi
Model Metro A6
Year Released 1990 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1395 cc 2965 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 75 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 91.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 17.0:1
Top Speed 167 km/hour 247 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 3530 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 80 L


 

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