2008 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,967 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
