2006 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi 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, both vehicles can yield 230 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A6 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
