2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Dodge Viper.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2001 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A6 | Viper |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |