1995 Acura Legend vs. 2000 Audi A6

To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2000 Audi A6
Make Acura Audi
Model Legend A6
Year Released 1995 2000
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2760 mm


 

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