2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4

To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.

Because 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 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 Suzuki GSX R4. 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 (211 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
Make Audi Suzuki
Model A6 GSX R4
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1781 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 137 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 640 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3560 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1020 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2340 mm


 

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