1994 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2604 mm |
