2007 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Rover Metro

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 1990 Rover Metro
Make Audi Rover
Model A6 Metro
Year Released 2007 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 95 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.5:1
Top Speed 227 km/hour 181 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1278 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3530 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 35 L


 

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