1998 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Lada Samara II
To start off, both 1998 Audi A6 and 1998 Lada Samara II were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1998 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A6 | Samara II |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |