2000 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 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 114 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
