2000 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 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 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
