2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |