Audi 100 1990 vs Audi A6 1994
| Body: | Sedan | Estate car / wagon | |
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| 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: | 2.5 Diesel | 2.5 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 120 HP | 115 HP | |
| Torque: | 265 NM | 265 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds | |
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Audi 100 is more dynamic to drive. Audi 100 engine produces 5 HP more power than Audi A6, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Audi 100 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.7 | 6.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.4 l/100km | 6.7 l/100km | |
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The Audi 100 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Audi 100 consumes 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6, which means that by driving the Audi 100 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 180 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi 100 consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 80 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1400 km in combined cycle | 1150 km in combined cycle | |
| 1500 km on highway | 1450 km on highway | ||
| 1250 km with real consumption | 1190 km with real consumption | ||
| Audi 100 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 700'000 km | 770'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Audi A6 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 2 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Used also on Audi 100 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Audi A6 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Audi 100 1990 2.5 engine: Reliable and robust engine, keep an eye on the cooling system and the timing belt change interval. Audi A6 1994 2.5 engine: Very reliable engine if not overheated. Occasionally, the high pressure fuel pump can cause problems. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.79 m | 4.80 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.44 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Audi 100 is 1 cm shorter than the Audi A6, 3 cm wider, while the height of Audi 100 is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 570 litres | 390 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
610 litres | no data | |
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Audi 100 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Audi 100 has 180 litres more trunk space than the Audi A6. The Audi A6 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi 100 is 0.2 metres more than that of the Audi A6. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`870 | 2`060 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 1400 | 1200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.4/10 | 8.0/10 | |
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