2000 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Caterham C21
To start off, both 2000 Audi A6 and 2000 Caterham C21 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Caterham C21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 2000 Caterham C21 | |
Make | Audi | Caterham |
Model | A6 | C21 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |