2006 Audi A6 3.2 Tiptronic vs. 2006 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDi
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 3.2 Tiptronic and 2006 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDi were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 3.2 Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 3.2 Tiptronic (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDi. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 3.2 Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 3.2 Tiptronic weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDi. 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 Tiptronic (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDi. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 3.2 Tiptronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDi.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 3.2 Tiptronic | 2006 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDi | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |