2003 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Audi Allroad

To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad. 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, 2003 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Allroad. 2003 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2006 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A6 2006 Audi Allroad
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 Allroad
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 78.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 86.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 203 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 10.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1818 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 70 L


 

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