2006 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2006 Audi S6 and 2006 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 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, 2006 Audi S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma. 2006 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S6 | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S6 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
