2001 Audi A6 2.5 D vs. 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 T Quattro
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 2.5 D and 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 T Quattro were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 T Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 T Quattro (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6 2.5 D. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 T Quattro should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6 2.5 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 T Quattro weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Audi A6 2.5 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 T Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6 2.5 D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 T Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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 A6 Avant 2.7 T Quattro (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6 2.5 D. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 T Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6 2.5 D.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 2.5 D | 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 T Quattro | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |