2001 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 37 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
