2000 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 3 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 240 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.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
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2000 Audi A4 | 2003 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |