2007 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
