1998 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,225 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caliber.
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 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2006 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2225 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
