2001 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 47 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
