2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 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 87 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C6.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
