1997 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 16 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 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1997 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6. 1997 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Audi A6 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2745 mm |