2006 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 151 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
