2006 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Rover Metro

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 1990 Rover Metro
Make Audi Rover
Model A6 Metro
Year Released 2006 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 1395 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 167 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3530 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 36 L


 

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