2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, both 2006 Audi Q7 and 2006 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. 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 Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6. 2006 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi Q7 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | Q7 | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |