1994 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 17 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1994 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1994 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2833 mm |
