1996 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 12 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 113 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S6 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
