2009 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Audi | Venturi |
Model | A6 | 400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |