1999 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1999 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
