1996 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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 1998 Xedos 6. 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | A6 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
