2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic vs. 2006 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic and 2006 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic and 2006 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic are equipped with a 3,123 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic 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, both vehicles can yield 330 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2006 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 3.2 FSI Quattro Tiptronic | 2006 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi Quattro Automatic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
