2004 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
