1996 Audi S6 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Audi S6 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S6 | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |