2001 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Acura CSX is newer by 10 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2011 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 472 kg more than 2011 Acura CSX. 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 2011 Acura CSX. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2011 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A6 | CSX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
