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. Both 1996 Audi A6 and 1999 Volkswagen Parati are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 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 452 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.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. 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 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 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 | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |