2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForTwo | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Smart | Audi |
| Model | ForTwo | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2912 mm |
