1997 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
