1997 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, both 1997 Audi A6 and 1997 Caterham C21 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Because 1997 Caterham C21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Caterham C21 (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A6 | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
Make | Audi | Caterham |
Model | A6 | C21 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |