2001 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
