2006 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (330 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
