2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. 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 147 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A6 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
