1996 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | AX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
