2000 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Audi A6

To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A4 2001 Audi A6
Make Audi Audi
Model A4 A6
Year Released 2000 2001
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 4172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 204 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 93 mm
Top Speed 220 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2770 mm


 

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