2006 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 80 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, 2006 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A6 | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
