2006 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Vento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
