1994 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (532 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A6 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 532 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |