2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 835 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. 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 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | A6 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3571 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
