2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 203 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
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, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
