2006 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 7 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 16 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 209 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX 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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A6 | RDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
