1994 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1994 Audi A6 and 1994 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tempo. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A6 | Tempo |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |