2001 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
