Audi A6 1997 vs Audi A4 1995
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain and belt | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 125 HP | |
| Torque: | 210 NM | 173 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds | |
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Audi A6 is more dynamic to drive. Audi A6 engine produces 25 HP more power than Audi A4, whereas torque is 37 NM more than Audi A4. Thanks to more power Audi A6 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.6 | 9.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.7 l/100km | 9.8 l/100km | |
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The Audi A4 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Audi A6 consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Audi A6 could require 75 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi A6 consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 720 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 980 km on highway | 860 km on highway | ||
| 650 km with real consumption | 630 km with real consumption | ||
| Audi A6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 460'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 4 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Audi A4 | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A6, Volkswagen Golf, Skoda Octavia, Volkswagen Bora | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Audi A4 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Audi A4 1995 1.8 engine: This engine is known for its reliability and durability, often lasting over 450,000 km with proper maintenance. Regular maintenance, particularly using high-quality oil, is essential to maximize its lifespan and performance.
One of the most common issues is the failure of the vacuum regulator for the intake ... More about Audi A4 1995 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.80 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.42 m | |
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Audi A6 is larger. Audi A6 is 32 cm longer than the Audi A4, 8 cm wider, while the height of Audi A6 is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 551 litres | 440 litres | |
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Audi A6 has more luggage capacity. Audi A6 has 111 litres more trunk space than the Audi A4. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Audi A6 is 0.6 metres more than that of the Audi A4, which means Audi A6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`030 | 1`790 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | below average | average | |
| Audi A4 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Audi A6, so Audi A4 quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 1200 | 1000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.8/10 | 7.3/10 | |
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