2001 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 949 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.

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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Make Audi Land Rover
Model A6 Range Rover Sport
Year Released 2001 2013
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 2013 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line electric
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 370 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 508 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 2489 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4783 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2158 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1784 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2745 mm