1996 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 10 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S6 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
