2001 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Audi RS6
To start off, 2004 Audi RS6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 350 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2004 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | RS6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
