2006 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 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 (255 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2808 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |