2001 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 12 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, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART.
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 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | DART |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
