1995 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A6 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Audi | Dacia |
Model | A6 | Duster |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2673 mm |