2007 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Audi S3
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 S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Audi S3.
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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2001 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | S3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
