2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | RS6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
