1996 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2004 Saturn Vue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 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) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Vue. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2004 Saturn Vue. 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) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2004 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | S6 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
