2006 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
