2006 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 A6 (330 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (305 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
