2006 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A6 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
