1996 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (172 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | A6 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
