2009 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Audi Avantissimo
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (231 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2001 Audi Avantissimo | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | Avantissimo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
