1996 Audi S6 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 710 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S6 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
