2008 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
