2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Audi A8
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Audi A6 | 2001 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |