1994 Rover 600 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 Rover 600. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1994 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 600. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rover 600 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Rover | Audi |
Model | 600 | A4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2809 mm |