1999 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Rover 600
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 600 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1996 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
