2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2005 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Allroad | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
