2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Rover 45

To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Rover 45 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, 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (343 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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 A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2006 Rover 45
Make Audi Rover
Model A6 45
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3130 cc 1992 cc
Horse Power 343 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 243 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Top Speed 209 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.3 seconds 10.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1305 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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