1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Saturn SC were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. 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 Saturn SC. 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 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC. 1996 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 1996 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1996 Saturn SC | |
Make | Audi | Saturn |
Model | A6 | SC |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |