2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 11 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 26 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (270 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2807 mm |