2007 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
