The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Manual
Manual
Engine:
2.8 Petrol
2.8 Petrol
Performance
Power:
193 HP
193 HP
Torque:
280 NM
280 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
8.4 seconds
8.2 seconds
Audi A6 1998 and Audi A6 1997 have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars. Audi A6 1998 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.9
9.9
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
700 km in combined cycle
700 km in combined cycle
950 km on highway
950 km on highway
660 km with real consumption
670 km with real consumption
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
470'000 km
460'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
3 years
3 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Audi A4
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Audi A4, Audi A8
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
Dimensions
Length:
4.80 m
4.80 m
Width:
1.81 m
1.81 m
Height:
1.48 m
1.45 m
Both cars are similar in size. Audi A6 1998 and Audi A6 1997 are practically the same length.
Trunk capacity:
455 litres
551 litres
Audi A6 1997 has more luggage space. Audi A6 1998 has 96 litres less trunk space than the Audi A6 1997.
