2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 148 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |