2007 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Audi Allroad

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Audi Allroad. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Allroad. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Allroad. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2001 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2001 Audi Allroad
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 Allroad
Year Released 2007 2001
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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