2001 Acura EL vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 1996 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | EL | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
