1999 Rover 800 vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Rover 800 | 2004 Audi A6 | |
Make | Rover | Audi |
Model | 800 | A6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |