2001 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, both 2001 Audi A4 and 2001 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2001 Audi A4 and 2001 Audi A6 are equipped with a 2,496 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. 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, 2001 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Audi A4 | 2001 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |