1993 Rover 800 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1993 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rover 800. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 800 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
