2003 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Rover 600. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1994 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 600. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1994 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
