1994 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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 1996 Rover 200. 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 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
