2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (140 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (190 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Chrysler |
Model | A6 | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |