2006 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Defender |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |