1994 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 19 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A6 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
