2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2001 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet S-10 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 326 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | RS6 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3130 mm |
