2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Smart | Audi |
| Model | ForTwo | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |
