1996 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Parati 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 2,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1999 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Parati |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
