1997 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Audi A6.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A6 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
