2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | A6 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |