1994 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 7 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | CC |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
