2000 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
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, 2000 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Defender |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |