2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 BMW 316
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 BMW 316 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 A6 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 BMW 316. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2001 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2001 BMW 316 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 316 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |