Audi A6 2001 is more dynamic to drive. Audi A6 2001 engine produces 30 HP more power than Audi A6 1997, whereas torque is 60 NM more than Audi A6 1997. Thanks to more power Audi A6 2001 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.6 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
8.1
8.0
Real fuel consumption:
9.2 l/100km
8.3 l/100km
The Audi A6 1997 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Audi A6 2001 consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6 1997, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Audi A6 2001 could require 15 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi A6 2001 consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6 1997.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
860 km in combined cycle
870 km in combined cycle
1120 km on highway
1120 km on highway
760 km with real consumption
840 km with real consumption
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
330'000 km
350'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
6 years
2 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Audi A4, Audi A8
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Audi A4, Audi A8
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Audi A6 2001 might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
4.80 m
4.80 m
Width:
1.81 m
1.81 m
Height:
1.45 m
1.45 m
Both cars are similar in size. Audi A6 2001 and Audi A6 1997 are practically the same length.
