2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Audi RS4
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Audi RS4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Audi RS4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | RS4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |