2001 Audi A6 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 7 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 262 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A6 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
