1995 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 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 Audi A6 (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Audi A6 1996 Ford Mondeo
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 Mondeo
Year Released 1995 1996
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 80.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1322 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm


 

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