2000 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1994 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
