2001 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 451 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5. 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 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
