2000 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2009 Audi S6
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi Steppenwolf would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf.
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, 2009 Audi S6 (540 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. 2009 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi Steppenwolf has manual transmission. 2000 Audi Steppenwolf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Steppenwolf | 2009 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Steppenwolf | S6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
