2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 20 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6. 2006 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A6 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |