2000 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Audi RS4
To start off, 2001 Audi RS4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Audi RS4.
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 RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2001 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | RS4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
