2004 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire

To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A6 (230 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.

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2004 Audi A6 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A6 Sunfire
Year Released 2004 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 210 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1586 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 76 L