2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Express

To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1002 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 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. 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 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2001 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2001 Chevrolet Express
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A6 Express
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 102.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 15 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1398 kg 2400 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 6210 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 2090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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