2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Smart | Audi |
| Model | ForFour | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1099 cc | 2496 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
