2006 Audi A6 2.4 Saloon vs. 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 2.4 Saloon and 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6 2.4 Saloon. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6 2.4 Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Audi A6 2.4 Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6 2.4 Saloon. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6 2.4 Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 2.4 Saloon | 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |