2007 Acura TSX vs. 1996 Audi S6
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1996 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | TSX | S6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 21.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
