2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, both 2001 Caterham Beaulieu and 2001 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Caterham Beaulieu has manual transmission. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Caterham | Audi |
| Model | Beaulieu | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
