1994 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
