2001 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 5 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2006 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
