1996 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Audi A6
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 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 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 185 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1995 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
