1996 Audi S6 vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 17 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 198 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | S6 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
