2010 Audi RS6 vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi RS6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi RS6 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. 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, 2010 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi RS6 | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4991 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 572 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
