2006 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A6 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
