1996 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 16 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 219 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | A6 | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1669 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2662 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
