2001 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 9 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 860 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.
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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |