2005 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (420 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2001 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
