1996 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 14 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 38 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.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S6 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
