2005 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
