2008 Audi A6 vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (123 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
Make Audi Saturn
Model A6 Sports Coupe
Year Released 2008 1991
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 1901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 248 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2530 mm


 

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