2001 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1995 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Xedos 6. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Audi | Xedos |
| Model | A6 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
