1998 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 33 kg more than 1998 Audi A6.
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 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
