2001 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen GTD.
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, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | GTD |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
