2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Audi A6 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |