2006 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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 44 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 90 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |