1996 Audi S6 vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1995 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 600 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 600 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 | 1995 Rover 600 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | S6 | 600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |