2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
