2006 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A4 | Piranha |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
