1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Audi A4
To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Audi A4 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Audi A4 are equipped with a 2,771 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, both vehicles can yield 280 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1996 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
