2001 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
