1996 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 3 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1999 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
