2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Audi S6
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Audi S6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 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, 2006 Audi S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2006 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Audi S6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | S6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 732 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |