1996 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 17 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 545 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.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (230 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2914 mm |
