1997 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A4 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
