1995 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 14 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A6 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |