2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Audi S3 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi S3 weights approximately 132 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 S3 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 S3 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 S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2001 Audi S3 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | S3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |