1995 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
