1996 Audi S6 vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 528 kg more than 1996 Audi S6. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | S6 | Charger |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |