2006 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 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 146 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
