2007 Audi RS4 vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 1994 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1710 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
