1996 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 13 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), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 150 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | S6 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 102 L |
