2000 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, both 2000 Audi A4 and 2000 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. 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, 2000 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 2000 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |