[urq] Ever wonder why the newer Audis (and other cars) are

[j.koenig]

Hell, the new Rabbit (positioned as cute, nimble, young, whatever) weighs darn near 3,000 
pounds!  It's insane.
John


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mike Del Tergo" <mdeltergo at hotmail.com>

Interesting take.  Just read one of the ever popular comparisons with 5
cars, 1= A4 V6 and 2= BMW 330 ...yada yada.  Well the Audi placed middle of
the pack do to other makers catching up while Audi stood still.  The Bimmer
placed first.  I was surprised to see the Audi A4 weighing in at 3,700+ lbs
or as much as an Ur S car.  The BMW was 250+- lighter with more power.  If I
were a buyer in that set, I'd also take the BMW hands down.  Hate to think
what the A6/8 weigh in at.  Pretty sure I don't need that much automotive
fat either!