1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Pontiac GPX

To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Pontiac GPX were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac GPX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac GPX. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac GPX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac GPX weights approximately 106 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.

Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac GPX. 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 Pontiac GPX (454 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm). This means 1996 Pontiac GPX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi A6 1996 Pontiac GPX
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A6 GPX
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2771 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 191 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 454 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1681 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L