2004 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1999 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
