2004 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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, both vehicles can yield 230 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2004 Audi A6 2011 Volkswagen Polo
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A6 Polo
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 223 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1157 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1682 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1462 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.9 L/100km 3.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.1 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 4.3 L/100km