2007 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Audi S6
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 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 80 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1996 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | S6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 21.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
