2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Maybach 62
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Maybach 62 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1530 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Maybach 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2006 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Audi | Maybach |
Model | A4 | 62 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |