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 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 RS4 (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 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 | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 360 mm |
