2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 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 5 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
