1995 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Fiesta | A6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2913 mm |
