2007 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Steyr G-series (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Steyr G-series weights approximately 688 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Steyr G-series 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, 2001 Steyr G-series (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2001 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Audi | Steyr |
| Model | A6 | G-series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
