2008 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1998 Rover 600. 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 1998 Rover 600. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1998 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
