2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi vs. 2001 Audi A6 3.0 CVT
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi and 2001 Audi A6 3.0 CVT were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 3.0 CVT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 3.0 CVT (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 3.0 CVT should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Audi A6 3.0 CVT.
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 A6 Avant 2.7 TDi (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6 3.0 CVT. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6 3.0 CVT.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi | 2001 Audi A6 3.0 CVT | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |