1999 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Audi A2
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2001 Audi A2 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
