1998 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 12 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 59 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1998 Audi A6 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2225 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 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 | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2919 mm |