2000 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Rover 600. 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, 2000 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
