2005 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A6 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
