2009 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1994 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
