1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Audi A6 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 284 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 1996 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, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |