2001 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (221 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Audi A6 (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |