1996 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
