2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Dacia |
| Model | A6 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
