1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Audi S6
To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Audi S6 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 230 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1996 Audi S6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | S6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.6:1 |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |