1996 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 13 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
