1996 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 15 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 187 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | S6 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.3 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 | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
