1996 Audi S6 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1996 Audi S6 and 1996 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 163 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. 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) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (235 Nm). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S6 | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |