2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Audi A6 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
