2005 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
