2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Renault Modus

To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Renault Modus 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Renault Modus. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Renault Modus. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Modus. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Modus.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2006 Renault Modus
Make Audi Renault
Model A6 Modus
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3130 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 49 L


 

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