2000 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A6 | Alero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 1445 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
