2008 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1997 Rover 400. 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 1997 Rover 400. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
