1999 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4. 2010 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | S6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
