2009 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A6 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
