2007 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |