1994 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
