1994 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 7 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Noble M12. 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, 2001 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Audi | Noble |
| Model | A6 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
