2006 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Rover City

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2003 Rover City
Make Audi Rover
Model A6 City
Year Released 2006 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Horse Power 253 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 37 L


 

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