2006 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Fusca 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 203 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
